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Category: Daily Dose of Reason

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Why Netanyahu’s Victory Is No Surprise

Posted on March 19, 2015 by DrHurd
Prime Minister of Israel Netanyahu behind podium waving

Conventional wisdom held that Benjamin Netanyahu would lose his reelection effort for prime minister of Israel. Conventional wisdom also holds that America’s President Barack Obama is really, really smart, and really, really wise; and if, therefore, Obama thinks peace negotiations … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Society & Culture

Escapism vs. Refueling: Good? Bad? Or Indifferent?

Posted on March 18, 2015 by DrHurd
Black and white image of video game controllers that reads Choose Your Weapon

A psychology student writes with the following questions: “What is your opinion on escapism, i.e., the act of escaping everyday stress through fantasy and entertainment? Is it a healthy way to relieve stress?” Dr. Hurd replies: The term “escapism” usually … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Psychology & Self-Improvement

Obama’s Revealing Comments to UK Prime Minister on Free Speech

Posted on March 17, 2015 by DrHurd
Obama and UK Prime Minister aboarding a plane in conversation

Prime minister David Cameron has revealed US president Barack Obama envies the UK’s blanket ban of political advertising on TV. During a livestreamed interview with BuzzFeed, the prime minister was asked why British parties aren’t allowed to advertise on TV. … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

The Collection of Sacrifices (Ayn Rand)

Posted on March 16, 2015 by DrHurd
President Obama and Hillary Clinton embrace and smile

It only stands to reason that where there’s sacrifice, there’s someone collecting the sacrificial offerings. Where there’s service, there is someone being served. The man who speaks to you of sacrifice is speaking of slaves and masters, and intends to … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Quotations

Senator Cotton Dares to Challenge Obama

Posted on March 15, 2015 by DrHurd
Tom Cotton smiles at camera with flags in background

Is U.S. Senator Tom Cotton, who led the way in sending the letter (signed by 47 U.S. Senators) putting the government of Iran on notice that any “peace treaty” implemented by Obama might or might not be valid once Obama … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

The Price of Obama’s Exploitation of Race

Posted on March 14, 2015 by DrHurd
Jimmy Kimmel and President Obama talk on Kimmel's talk show

On the Ferguson, Missouri police shooting, Obama gets to have his cake and eat it too (once again). On “Jimmy Kimmel Live” Thursday night, Obama said, “I think that what had been happening in Ferguson was oppressive and objectionable and … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Society & Culture

Unconditional Love: Not All It’s Cracked Up to Be

Posted on March 13, 2015 by DrHurd
Bright red heart reads Why I Love You in pink letters

Following an article I wrote about marriage, a reader commented on Facebook: Marriage requires an enduring commitment, selflessness (dedication to something other than oneself), and a well-developed sense of humor, among other attributes. Selfish people rarely make it work….” Another … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Psychology & Self-Improvement

If College is a Natural Right, Then Why Is It So Expensive?

Posted on March 12, 2015 by DrHurd
A blue graduation cap sits atop several clumps of money

Obama, like most politicians, is telling people what they want to hear: That everyone is entitled to a college education for no reason other than that one wants and needs one. He also implies that “greediness” is “pricing out” a … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

Congress Shows (Rare) Backbone, as Joe Biden Rages

Posted on March 11, 2015 by DrHurd
Joe Biden holds hair in anger outburst

Associated Press reports [3-10-15] that Vice President Joe Biden is in a rage. Democrats in the White House and Congress accused 47 GOP senators of undermining President Barack Obama in international talks to curb Iran’s nuclear program, saying that trying … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

Why Hillary Clinton Isn’t Really “In Trouble”

Posted on March 10, 2015 by DrHurd
Hillary Clinton scratches head with dumbfounded look on face

Seemingly, Hillary Clinton is in “trouble.” News reports are saying Senate Judiciary Committee head Sen. Charles Grassley is renewing his demand for the State Department to hand over information about a program that let Hillary Clinton aide and confidante Huma … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

Genius (Thomas Edison)

Posted on March 9, 2015 by DrHurd
Lit up yellow-ish light bulb on a black background

“Genius is one per cent inspiration and ninety-nine per cent perspiration. Accordingly, a  ‘genius’ is often merely a talented person who has done all of his or her homework.”  Thomas Edison

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Quotations

The National Debt and the New Religion of Government

Posted on March 8, 2015 by DrHurd
Line graph depicting 18 trillion dollars

We have all heard the saying, “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, while expecting different results.” A variation on this saying is, “Insanity is watching people doing the same thing over and over again — all … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government
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